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Blog Post First Step Toward Rent Control: City of Santa Barbara Approves Controversial Tenant Law
By Paul Knight - Wednesday, April 23, 2025

First Step Toward Rent Control: City of Santa Barbara Approves Controversial Tenant Law

Investor Landlords Take Note: Rent Caps, Remodel Restrictions, and a 1-Year Freeze on Evictions Are HereAfter being struck down just months ago, a controversial housing ordinance has been revived — and this time, it passed. In a 4–2 vote, the Santa Barbara City Counci...
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Blog Post Isla Vista’s Inspection Plan Echoes SB 721 — Good Intentions, Real Consequences
By Paul Knight - Tuesday, April 15, 2025

Isla Vista’s Inspection Plan Echoes SB 721 — Good Intentions, Real Consequences

Santa Barbara’s push for safer housing continues — and while we agree that renter safety is non-negotiable, recent policy shifts are sending a clear message to property owners: the rules of the game are changing fast.The Isla Vista Housing Inspection Plan, recently gr...
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Blog Post AB 2801—A New Year of Security Deposit Rules (And Another Hurdle for Landlords)
By Paul Knight - Sunday, January 12, 2025

AB 2801—A New Year of Security Deposit Rules (And Another Hurdle for Landlords)

California’s AB 2801 introduces sweeping changes to how landlords manage security deposits, promising transparency but creating significant compliance challenges. If you’re a housing provider, here’s what you need to know to protect yourself in 2025.The Big Chan...
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Blog Post Don’t Go It Alone—Why Leasing Your Home Solo in 2025 is Riskier Than Ever
By Paul Knight - Monday, November 4, 2024

Don’t Go It Alone—Why Leasing Your Home Solo in 2025 is Riskier Than Ever

Don’t Go It Alone—Why Leasing Your Home Solo in 2025 is Riskier Than EverAfter teaming up with Austin Lampson and her team for our recent Lunch & Learn, I’ve come to a straightforward conclusion: going solo on leasing out your property just isn’t worth...
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Blog Post New California Security Deposit Law 2025: AB 2801 Brings More Changes
By Paul Knight - Monday, October 14, 2024

New California Security Deposit Law 2025: AB 2801 Brings More Changes

New CA Security Deposit Law 2025: Navigating AB 2801’s New Requirements for LandlordsAre you tired of the ongoing changes in California’s rental laws? Well... here’s more. In 2024, AB 12 revised the maximum allowable security deposit amounts, with exceptions for...
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Blog Post Is Your Rental Property Falling Behind? Here’s Why an Upgrade Could Be Your Best Move
By Paul Knight - Friday, September 20, 2024

Is Your Rental Property Falling Behind? Here’s Why an Upgrade Could Be Your Best Move

Why Should You Upgrade Your Rental Property?A client recently asked me, “Why should I upgrade my rental property?” and I thought it was a great time to write about this topic. This isn’t tax advice—I'm not a licensed CPA—but I love to understand ...
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Blog Post 15 Days to Lease: How Mission City is Navigating a Changing Rental Market
By Paul Knight - Tuesday, September 10, 2024

15 Days to Lease: How Mission City is Navigating a Changing Rental Market

The Santa Barbara rental market isn’t what it used to be. With fewer tenants looking to move and longer listing times becoming the norm, landlords and property managers need to be adaptable to limit their vacancy periods. Adding to the challenge, data shows that rental pric...
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Blog Post Immediate Impact: California's SB 567 Enforces Major Changes to Rental Laws This Month
By Paul Knight - Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Immediate Impact: California's SB 567 Enforces Major Changes to Rental Laws This Month

Summary Starting this month, Senate Bill 567 introduces major updates to the "just cause" eviction rules in California's Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482). These changes are designed to close loopholes and ensure stable housing conditions for renters. While this provi...
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Blog Post SB 267's New Landscape: Evolving Beyond Credit Checks in Section 8
By Paul Knight - Wednesday, January 17, 2024

SB 267's New Landscape: Evolving Beyond Credit Checks in Section 8

Navigating SB 267 with a Balanced Perspective: A New Directive in Section 8 HousingIn the dynamic arena of property management, the advent of SB 267 represents a crucial development in California's approach to Section 8 housing. This new law, which took effect in January of t...
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Blog Post Navigating New Tenant Protection Ordinances in Goleta
By Paul Knight - Saturday, January 13, 2024

Navigating New Tenant Protection Ordinances in Goleta

As the winds of change sweep through Santa Barbara County, Goleta City Council has followed suit with its neighbor, enacting its own set of tenant protection measures. This shift in the local legislative landscape underlines the growing complexity of property management within th...
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